Halloween magic, Oakley-style! 👻🎃✨ Oakley is a 5-year-old leukemia survivor and the ultimate Halloween fan, reminding us that resilience and joy go hand in hand. From diagnosis in 2022 to today, she’s faced it all with a smile and a whole lot of spirit. This year, she’s spreading the magic by helping deliver treat-filled goodie bags to children in the hospital—bringing Halloween fun to those who need it most. You inspire us, Oakley! 📸 @oakleysmamaa
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Non-profit Organizations
Rye Brook, NY 87,127 followers
United in progress toward a world without blood cancer.
About us
We are The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, the largest nonprofit dedicated to creating a world without blood cancers. Since 1949, we’ve invested more than $1.3 billion in groundbreaking research, pioneering many of today’s most innovative approaches. We work tirelessly to find cures and ensure patients can access the lifesaving treatments they need. When someone experiences the fear and uncertainty of a cancer diagnosis, we provide hope, compassion, education and support. And we are making an impact in the cancer community. More than 70 years of fighting blood cancers has led us to a game changing belief. The cures for cancer are in our blood. We focus on three key areas: Research We are the largest nonprofit funder of blood cancer research. Advocacy We advocate at the state and federal level for policies to ensure blood cancer patients have access to affordable care and the most innovative therapies. Patient Support We are the leading source of free information and support for blood cancer patients, including help finding appropriate clinical trials. Within our Mission, we are committed to providing information, resources and support to those affected by blood cancers through various campaigns, including, Team in Training, Light the Night, Man & Woman of the Year, Student of the Year, Big Climb, and Hero Squad. Join us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LLSusa Twitter: https://twitter.com/LLSusa Instagram: @llsusa Tik Tok: @llsusa To learn more, visit http://www.lls.org
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- Non-profit Organizations
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- 1,001-5,000 employees
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- Rye Brook, NY
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- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1949
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- Fighting blood cancer, Man & Woman of the Year, MWOY, TNT, LTN, BLOOD CANCER, blood cancer, cancer, patient support, LLS, Myeloma, and Non-Profit
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A reimagined team. A bold vision. ❤️ With new leaders joining the team, E. Anders Kolb, MD, shares: “Building on our 75-year history of funding breakthroughs in blood cancer, we have big plans for the future. Reimagining this team and adding these strong leaders to our roster will help optimize the organization’s resources and set a solid foundation to deliver on our mission. I’m eager to see the positive impact these leaders’ collective brainpower, innovation, and vision will have on LLS and the lives of those affected by blood cancer.” Discover how this visionary leadership will strengthen our organization and improve the lives of those we serve 👇
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“Ever since I saw my dad run the New York City Marathon in 2019, I knew it was something that I wanted to strive toward. When the pandemic hit in 2020, I put that dream on pause to start a full-time job as a clinical research coordinator for bone marrow transplants. Flash forward to 2022, I was talking to a patient who was enrolled in one of the clinical trials that I was conducting. He was telling me about his most recent bout with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) and how he felt like the process of getting to his second remission had felt like a ‘marathon.’ He fully believed that his current remission was because of the most recently FDA-approved drugs. In this conversation, he also made sure to tell me all about how The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) had played a key role in both his and his wife’s education about the disease with their many resources. In looking to find out more information on the LLS website, an ad for Team In Training came up. Since starting my job as a coordinator, I have become even more passionate about cancer research, and at the time of the ad, I was also getting back into running. I knew that this was the perfect opportunity to honor all the patients who are bravely fighting their own marathon. This past spring, I transitioned into a new role, and while I don't get to do research directly with these cancers anymore, I still have a passion for life-saving research and making sure that one day we end blood cancer.” Stephanie’s put her passion and dedication into miles on the NYC Marathon course. Thinking of #BloodCancer patients going through treatment will help keep anyone going when the training miles get long and difficult, because we are sure chemo is much harder than a long training run. Go Team! Join the team 👉 https://bit.ly/3NGgifQ #TeamInTraining
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Good nutrition isn’t just about what’s on your plate—it’s also about what’s in your glass. 🥛 Staying hydrated is key, but your needs can change with side effects or other health conditions. Let a registered dietitian guide you in finding the right balance of both. Book your free, one-on-one consultation today by calling 877-467-1936 or visiting 👉 https://bit.ly/3NIDLwJ
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“It’s been ten years since my stem cell transplant for myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS). When I was first diagnosed, I desperately tried to find other people of my age (I was 38 at the time) with a similar diagnosis and it was very difficult. A dear friend of mine found someone on a blood cancer message board by chance, but it wasn’t easy. Since my diagnosis and treatment, I have talked with many people approaching transplant and chemo, and I hope that sharing my experience and non-medical advice has helped amid a very overwhelming time. Getting diagnosed with aggressive MDS, and the subsequent treatment plan is incredibly overwhelming; finding connection amidst an uncertain time is so important!” Jess was diagnosed with MDS a blood cancer that is more common in men than in women. Most cases of MDS are found in people in their 70s or 80s and are uncommon in people younger than 50. Which is why Jess was so desperately trying to connect with others that had the same diagnosis within a similar age range. On #MDSWorldAwarenessDay, we highlight Jess's story and her full circle moment from receiving LLS #BloodCancer support to providing it to others. Jess isn't alone. Between 2015 and 2019, there were 77,646 new MDS cases in the US, averaging 15,529 yearly. Despite ongoing challenges, we're leading the way in transforming MDS treatment today and tomorrow. Read her full story here 👉 https://bit.ly/3YBObo9
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A routine checkup changed everything for Maddy and her family, leading to an AML diagnosis that no one saw coming. ❤️🩹 Her friends at MOD Pizza kept her memory alive in a way that’s still making an impact today—naming her favorite pizza after her. Maddy passed away in 2009, but her story didn’t end there. Through a partnership with the LLS Dare to Dream Project, MOD continues to honor her legacy, supporting safer, better treatments for kids facing #BloodCancer. Learn more 👉 https://bit.ly/3Nz5ZtR
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“Just when I felt like I was getting my life back on track, I ended up in the emergency room. That’s when the entire trajectory of my life changed. After a CT scan and biopsy, I was diagnosed with blood cancer, a rare type of lymphoma, called primary mediastinal B-cell lymphoma (PMBCL). According to the oncologist, the preferred treatment was radiation and chemo. The tumor was approximately 6 inches and sitting directly on my heart, meaning, the only option for treatment was a very aggressive form of chemo. If left untreated it would prove to be fatal within months. No one could’ve ever prepared me for what was to come. I’ve never experienced so much pain from bone marrow replacement injections in addition to all the nights of nausea, vomiting, and chemo fatigue. I have chemo six days a week, and on day six, I receive my bone marrow replacement injection, which is when the nausea, vomiting, and pain start for several days. I have blood work done twice a week, and then the cycle starts over again. I am told that the chemo is working! I know this is the second chance that I have been given at life.” Although we all have unique experiences with #BloodCancer, there is a chance that when we share these moments it can help our community come together. By Joshua, sharing the rarity of a blood cancer diagnosis it may help others not feel so isolated. If you would like to share your experience with blood cancer please visit 👉 https://bit.ly/3zP7aCp
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When you dream big, the future is full of possibilities! Introducing Hannah Cartwright, a Class of 2024 awardee for The LLS Scholarship for Blood Cancer Survivors! 🎓 A Hodgkin lymphoma survivor and dedicated student at Howard University, we’re proud to support Hannah in pursuing her dreams! 💪📚 Earlier this year, Hannah met with Alex Okafor, a member of our Board of Directors. Alex presented Hannah with her award from The LLS Scholarship for Blood Cancer Survivors, a program he helped launch in 2021 to honor his mother, who passed away from blood cancer. ❤️ Join us in celebrating Hannah and all the remarkable Class of 2024 awardees! 👏🎉 Help us support even more survivors through The LLS Scholarship for Blood Cancer Survivors, providing up to $7,500 for blood cancer survivors pursuing vocational, trade, two-year, or four-year undergraduate education. Learn more or apply today here 👉 https://bit.ly/3NwixC5 #ScholarshipLLS
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Meet Leandro Cerchietti, MD! 🔬🧬 We are proud to support the work of Dr. Cerchietti and his groundbreaking research to boost the body's natural defenses against aggressive blood cancers like diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL). Dr. Cerchietti’s goal is to develop treatments that make the immune system stronger and more effective in responding to cancer. His innovative approach offers hope for better outcomes and more targeted treatments for people living with DLBCL 👉 https://bit.ly/4h1L5RH
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🚨 Today is #DAFDay—an unprecedented moment of generosity. 🚨 If you have a donor-advised fund (DAF), now’s the time to make a meaningful difference for #BloodCancer patients. Your DAF dollars can bring hope and support to families in need. Let’s come together and make an impact today! Tap into your DAF and give to LLS. Learn how 👉 https://bit.ly/484fo5X #DAFforLLS
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